Album: Tommy by The Smithereens (2009)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Dressed in leather, brandishing heavy guitars, and exhibiting an unabashed fetish for British Invasion pop, the Smithereens were an anomaly in the American college rock scene of the late '80s. Lead singer/songwriter/guitarist Pat DiNizio stood out not only with his strange beatnik goatee, but also because his catchy hooks were haunting, not punchy, and because his lyrics were morose. As time wore on, the group became more straightforward, turning into an excellent bar band, one that attacked ... Part of the Carteret, NJ music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the Carteret, NJ music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: 2000s, Album


Tommy

The Smithereens

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